The cheapest and fastest coaches from Darlington to Milton Keynes
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
9 h 20 m
Average duration
9 h 20 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
281 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Darlington to Milton Keynes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Darlington to Milton Keynes will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £21.
Of the 1 buses that leave Darlington for Milton Keynes every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 281 km distance in an average of 9 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 9 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Darlington to Milton Keynes
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Darlington to Milton Keynes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £99.
Distance: 281 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£25 Average Price Cheapest | £110 Average Price |
7h 46m Average total duration 7h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration Fastest 3h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Darlington to Milton Keynes bus times
The table below shows live departures for Darlington to Milton Keynes coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday 17 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 08:35 Darlington | 9h20 | 17:55 Milton Keynes | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Darlington to Milton Keynes
Buses from Darlington to Milton Keynes run on average 4 times per day, taking around 7h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:45, the last at 23:35. The fastest coach covers the 281 km distance in 6h 35m.
Distance 281 km |
Average bus duration 7h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 6h 35m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 23:35 |
FAQs: Darlington to Milton Keynes coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Darlington to Milton Keynes by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Milton Keynes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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